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AI chatbots can aid in diagnosis and care management. But there are several specific issues with current mainstream AI chatbots.

Several state hospital groups are warning of reduced access to care for patients, and more financial pressures for health systems. Hospitals can’t just absorb cuts, they said.

The nine-story building offers outpatient care with more than 25 specialty clinics. The tower also offers research facilities.

Health systems say the passage of the legislation means millions will lose Medicaid coverage. They warn that hospitals could reduce services or shut down.

Pediatric hospitals treat a high volume of patients who are covered by Medicaid. Matt Cook, president of the Children’s Hospital Association, says Medicaid cuts will mean less resources to treat more patients.

Millions could lose Medicaid coverage and hospitals face the loss of billions. Jennifer Mensik Kennedy, president of the American Nurses Association, says everyone will be affected.

The Senate signed off on a tax package that hospitals adamantly opposed, saying it would leave millions without Medicaid coverage. Hospitals say it would do significant damage.

Congress is close to finalizing a tax and spending package that would force millions to lose Medicaid coverage. Emergency doctors and nurses are warning of what may be coming.

Heritage Valley Health System's Kennedy Hospital in western Pennsylvania shut down this week. Two hospitals in the Philadelphia area closed in the spring.

Hospitals found the Senate legislation even more damaging than the House plan. Health systems say it would lead to hospitals cutting services or shutting down.

Hospitals say Medicaid cuts would leave millions of Americans without coverage and add financial pressures to hospitals. They say some hospitals would end up shutting down.

In an interview with Chief Healthcare Executive, he talks about focusing on patients, examining value, and the need for real-world evidence in decisions.

UNC Health names a philanthropy chief, and other leaders take on new roles.

Rich Liekweg has led the system for years and helped it become one of the nation’s largest academic health systems. Nick Barto, BJC’s president, will take over in October.

The court preserved a provision in the Affordable Care Act that requires health plans to offer free screenings. Healthcare leaders welcome the ruling, but they warned of future challenges.

Health systems continue to face challenges in filling positions in information technology, and cybersecurity.

The justices ruled that states can withhold Medicaid funds from the group. Conservatives want to defund the group because it provides abortions, but critics say it will be harder for women to get cancer screenings and other care.

Providers with modest resources are being attacked. Healthcare leaders say breaches at smaller hospitals and clinics can have a serious impact.

Joseph Impicciche will step down at the end of the year. Eduardo Conrado, Ascension’s president, will replace him as CEO as the Catholic system works to overcome financial pressures.

The Lown Institute unveils its 2025 list of hospitals who are demonstrating excellence in equity, fairness, and value.

The Lown Institute again put the North Carolina hospital at the top spot in its annual ranking of providers. Jason Carter, the hospital’s president, says Duke has a commitment to access.

St. Luke’s Des Peres Hospital will shut down in August. Health system officials cite persistent challenges with low utilization and said the facility is not viable.

Health plans announced plans to simplify the prior authorization process and make it faster. Doctors and hospitals have said authorization delays hurt patients and drive up costs.

They’re concerned about uncertainty in federal policy, tariffs, and the economy at large, according to a new Deloitte report. Dr. Jay Bhatt of Deloitte talks about the new report.

Edward Jimenez, the leader of the hospital system in the Philadelphia suburbs, says he’s focused on patient safety, the workforce, and improving Main Line’s finances.

A former leader of the Veterans Health Administration is slated to be the next leader of OHSU, and others are moving into new roles.

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla’s new, 8-floor building is designed to provide better care for moms and babies. The building also expands the hospital’s bed count.

America’s Essential Hospitals, which represents safety net hospitals, estimated that the Senate GOP tax plan would create even more financial pressures than the House bill.

MassHealth, the state’s Medicaid program, is teaming with PointClickCare to help patients move out of hospital emergency departments. Hamad Husainy of PointClickCare talks about the effort.

The health system has finalized the acquisition of Merit Health Madison, which is now dubbed UMMC Madison. Officials said it will help with scheduling surgeries and offer more care closer to home.